From Red Oak to Mizzou, Jeraldo Henry Jr. is chasing greatness — on and off the court .

Early morning practices, intense workouts and road trips for national tournaments. For most teenagers, it might sound overwhelming — but for Jeraldo Henry Jr., it's all part of the plan.

The 18-year-old wheelchair basketball standout from Red Oak, Texas, is heading to the University of Missouri this fall with a clear goal in mind: earn a college degree, continue competing at the highest level and make it to the 2028 Paralympic Games.

"It's been a goal ever since I started playing to make it to the Paralympics," he said.

Jeraldo Henry Jr. has been playing wheelchair basketball since he was four years old. Now, he competes nationally with two elite programs: the Dallas Jr. Wheelchair Mavericks and t

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